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INDIANAPOLIS — Mike McCarthy was putting a big-picture spin on a fine detail question when he pointed out exactly where the Packers' offseason is. "I thought it was very important to check my cell phone before I walked in here," the Packers coach said. "It's Feb. 19 and I have no idea how many times Eddie (Lacy) is going to touch it each game next year." February 19. One month and a day since an epic playoff meltdown prevented the Packers from reaching the Super Bowl for the second time in five years. There has been plenty of change within the organization since the Packers squandered a 19-7 lead with 3 minutes, 52 seconds remaining in the NFC...

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INDIANAPOLIS — Mike McCarthy was putting a big-picture spin on a fine detail question when he pointed out exactly where the Packers' offseason is.
"I thought it was very important to check my cell phone before I walked in here," the Packers...

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